BN for Life

Absorption of nutrients

It's well known: you take in nutrients via your food that are essential for the health of all of your body.

Absorption of nutrients is heavily affected after surgery, coupled with the very limited space for food - and it's now very difficult to take in enough nutrition through food alone, to keep you healthy for the rest of your life. So supplements bridge this gap and prevent chronic conditions that are linked to lack of nutrition.

The role of Nutrients (Vitamins, Minerals, Amino Acids)

Nutrients in food and supplements all have varied but essential roles in protecting the body from disease, as well as creating an overall feeling of health and wellness.

So you can see - deficiency of one or two of these nutrients, and many systems of the body can be affectedB group deficiency, for example, effects your Immune system, Endocrine, Energy Production, Brain and Nervous system red blood cells and your skin...

Macro and Micro

Proteins, fats and carbohydrates are also called macronutrients. Your body needs many of these because these substances function as fuel for your body. In addition, they are also necessary for the development and maintenance of your muscles, hormones, organs, enzymes and your blood.

Vitamins and minerals are also referred to as micronutrients. Vitamins and minerals do not provide energy but are necessary for many processes in your body.